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Student Visa

About This Visa

Individuals are required to apply for this visa if they intend to undertake full time studies at a recognised educational institution in Papua New Guinea.

Description of visa

Study

 

Criteria that must be met

The eligibility requirements for a Student visa will vary depending on individual circumstances including the duration of the enrolled course and the applicant’s capacity to support themselves during the period of study.

 

Validity Of Visa

Validity of a Student visa is subject to the individual circumstances of the applicant.

For further information regarding the validity of Student visas, please contact ICA

 

How to apply

Student visa applicants should submit their application using the paper form available to download at the bottom of this page.

 

Extension of stay

Depending on the type of visa you have been issued, you may be eligible to extend your stay in Papua New Guinea without leaving the country.

The eligibility requirements for a visa extension will vary depending on your personal circumstances, which include the purpose and the period of time you have already spent in Papua New Guinea, and length of the extension sought.

For further information regarding visa extensions, please contact ICA.

 

Change of circumstances

If your circumstances change at any time during the visa application process or after your visa is issued, you must inform ICA. A change in circumstances may affect your ongoing eligibility for the visa issued.

If your circumstances have changed, please notify ICA immediately.

A change in circumstances may result in you having to pay a Migration Service Fee. Migration Service Fees are listed here.

 

Fees

To obtain further information regarding the fees associated with lodging an application for a visa, extension or updating your details please refer to the Migration Services Fee Schedule, which can be found here.

If you have any questions about the Migration Services Fees, please contact ICA.